Idesfor1 pretty much nailed it on the head, at least for me, someone that is also new to training. The only thing I would add is maybe throwing in a 15-30min nap during the day (releases more growth hormone) and I like to spin (Z1 or less) after a hard workout or if I am feeling stiff at all.
The no junk miles was hard to beat into my head since everyone is throwing up huge mileage numbers and here I am stuck in a frozen tundra. I just put the horse blinders on.
I have seen benefits from resting in weight lifting (throwing up big increases after a rest) so I am a believer.